When Poww, wondering if Shinigami pray to a god, asks who he prays to, Ikkaku is perplexed by the concept too. Due to it being a Kid-type Zanpakut, Yumichika hides this from the 11th Division, for fear of being hated as the division is known for shunning non-direct combat blades. [31], Edrad explains to Ikkaku the true power of an Arrancar's release. When Moe states he already gave his life to Shkur Tsukishima, Ikkaku, asking if Tsukishima is just as willing to die for Moe, calls him a fool, stating pointlessly throwing his life away for someone who does not respect him is the act of an attention-seeking brat. Manga Telling Ikkaku this happened because he wants to hide his strength, Iba states he does not care if Ikkaku dies because he wants to hide his strength, but he should not disobey orders to do so. After being pushed back, Ikkaku, grabbing his Bankai by the central blade, twirls the two other blades. Partner Though Keigo recognizes him from Karakura High School and is confused as to why he is not helping Ikkaku, Yumichika draws Keigo's attention to Ikkaku's overjoyed expression and explains that he is having fun fighting a formidable enemy for the first time in a long time before asserting that he does not want any help and would reject any offered to him. [36], Afterwards, both Ikkaku and Yumichika go to Keigo's home as a part of an earlier agreement for saving him from the Arrancar. As Moe lands one more devastating blow onto Ikkaku's stomach, Ikkaku, grabbing Moe's head, knocks him out with a powerful headbutt, stating he is the luckiest man in the Gotei 13. Yumichika Ayasegawa explains Ikkaku's status to Keigo Asano. As one of their subordinates tells them not even one child can be found, another brings them to a group of footprints which lead to one place before disappearing. When Ichigo thinks he has the upper hand, Ikkaku, swinging his Zanpakut at Ichigo's head, says a second release command, causing his Shikai to split into a three-sectioned staff, forcing Ichigo to react before the spear head can hit him square in the face. To aid in their mission, they dress as students at Ichigo's school. )[1] [71] After Bazz-B summons his Spirit Weapon, Ikkaku attacks him, forcing Bazz-B to dodge. not wanting to be bothered by people asking why dont you become captain. As Ikkaku apologizes, Moe Shishigawara attacks. The Bankai's name was never fully revealed, but it causes his skin to. During this, Edrad tells Ikkaku an Arrancar's Zanpakut is sealed with the core of their power inside their body, differentiating them from the Zanpakut wielded by Shinigami, and concludes releasing their Zanpakut also releases their true power and appearance, meaning this is his true form and Volcnica is his true power before generating flames in his fist and firing a powerful blast at Ikkaku, who is sent flying back several blocks through Karakura Town. Kaien's Nejibana can control water. His bankai is a massive tri-pieced sword which is used solely for attack. [29], As the two fight, the Arrancar tells him if this is all he can do with his Zanpakut, it would serve better as a waist ornament, for blades will not cut the Hierro of an Arrancar. Ikkaku's skills are on par with the average Gotei 13 captain. As an irate Ikkaku, trying to fight back, is pushed to the side, Iba asks him why he would attack head-on in his condition, for there is no point in coming at him head-on if he is just going to get crushed. They wouldn't want him as captain anyways. Nobuyuki HiyamaBleach After Mayuri thanks Zaraki for exposing the true nature of The Compulsory and giving him a reason to improve Ashisogi Jiz, Ikkaku angrily notes that Mayuri sent him against Pernida on purpose, and is further annoyed when Mayuri refers to Zaraki as a "noble sacrifice". Seeing Edrad has realized his Reiatsu is rising, Ikkaku states Hzukimaru is a "lazy bum" who needs to be awoken, either through battle or by his current movements. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. Ikkaku releases Hzukimaru to combat Edrad. Along with Zaraki and Yumichika, he sets off to the promotion ceremony of the new 13th Division captain. In response, an amused Edrad admits that he underestimated Ikkaku and that it would be better to fight with his Zanpakut released against someone like him, which Ikkaku interprets as Edrad finally acknowledging his skill, though Edrad denies this. As Ikkaku notes this is a small price to pay for surviving that attack, Hitsugaya stabs him through the chest and slashes his back before attacking again, only for Yumichika to intercept the slash. Three hours prior to Jshir Ukitake's Kons Reisai, Ikkaku spars with Ichika after she shows up late for a session and effortlessly keeps her at bay while inquiring about her interest in Kazui Kurosaki, to Ichika's chagrin. Realizing he does not really pray to any god, he decides it does not matter, for he will just pray to the Arrancar's god. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. [50] Grabbing Ikkaku, Iba, running, states they are no match for someone who just sent his captain flying. Upon witnessing this alongside a terrified Keigo, Yumichika contacts the SRDI and requests a large spatial freeze around Ikkaku due to the enemy's destructive power increasing beyond what they expected. 11th Division Stating he was having fun, Zaraki decided to finish Ikkaku with one strike, resulting in Ikkaku losing the fight. Ikkaku Madarame battles against the Arrancar Edrad Liones. Scolding Ikkaku, he tells him his job was to protect the pillar, and yet it was destroyed. [46], When Aizen and his top three Espada invade the fake Karakura Town, Ikkaku, along with Yumichika Ayasegawa, Shhei Hisagi, and Izuru Kira, is tasked with protecting the four pillars which keep the real Karakura Town in Soul Society. Ikkaku came from the streets of Rukongai. After Yukio shuts down the chatrooms, Ikkaku, meeting with Zaraki and Yachiru, comments on how Zaraki came out of the pocket dimension early, only for him to state he was late. Ikkaku asked Renji why he wanted to become strong so badly. As Giselle explains how Bambietta cannot die because she is already dead, Bambietta blasts Ikkaku and Yumichika away. Jos Javier Serrano (Spain)scar Flores (Latin America). He never cares about the mission, he only fights for sport. Ikkaku has a sense of loyalty to Zaraki; refusing to take the position as captain of either the 3rd, 5th, or 9th Divisions, when Aizen and his cohorts defected from Soul Society, wishing to remain under Zaraki's command until he dies. When Renji asked Ikkaku to train him, the two battled. Hitsugaya unleashes a wave of ice, which freezes Ikkaku's right leg. After the death of the Soul King, when the worlds start to crumble, Ikkaku watches as Ukitake uses Kamikake to call upon the power of Mimihagi and take the Soul King's place. [11] Doing his Tsuki-Tsuki dance to give Ichigo and Ganju time to exit their sand pit, Ikkaku becomes irritated when they just stand there looking at him. As Ikkaku tries to get up, Poww steps on his back, causing him to scream out in pain. Why is ikkaku hide his Bankai? When Ichigo cuts Hzukimaru in half, cutting deeply into the center of Ikkaku's chest at the same time, Ikkaku, laughing, tells Ichigo he should give up since he can still hold his sword. I doubt they would have been appointed as captains in other squads. When Yumichika asks him if it has not been night the entire time, Ikkaku states it was only cloudy and notes the shadows outside of the Seireitei are increasing before saying he has a bad feeling. Shunpo Practitioner: Ikkaku uses Shunpo frequently, though he only uses it to keep up with stronger opponents so he can fight more. As Mayuri ascends a building, Pernida attempts to crush him with two stone fists, causing an explosion. When the Wandenreich begin their invasion of Soul Society, Ikkaku, along with Yumichika, is among the Shinigami who go out to the battlefield. According to Yumichika Ayasegawa, Ikkaku was the 2nd strongest man in the 11th Division when he was the 3rd Seat. While Moe brags about his accomplishment, Ikkaku, flexing his muscles, pops his shoulder back into place.[57]. He intends to fight and die under the leadership of Kenpachi Zaraki no discussion no further questions I like when he makes that quote. Ikkaku and the captains prepare to return to Soul Society. [104] Ikkaku sent Hzukimaru flying several meters away and through solid rock with a single attack. [27] Ikkaku is left to fight one of Grimmjow's Fraccin. Edrad mentally declares that he will crush Ikkaku before the latter can cut off his arm as he fires jets of flame from his shoulders and declares that he cannot lose in a contest of raw power. Upon seeing the large Arrancar, rather than be intimidated by his size, Ikkaku is amused, stating he is a "big boy" and prays he is as tough as he looks. [96], Master Swordsman: Even when ranked a 3rd Seat officer, his skills are of near-captain level. Bleach: Burchi (2004-2012): Season 3, Episode 11 - Renji, tamash no chikai! Shikai During his fight against Edrad, despite taking great injuries, he still fought on, used his Bankai, and ultimately defeated the Arrancar. have yet to reach Bankai. He holds back in fights to enjoy it more. [94], Twelve years after Yhwach's defeat, Ikkaku opens his own martial arts dojo and begins training Ichika Abarai. [83] Later, when Yhwach absorbs Mimihagi and transforms into a swarm of black creatures that invade the Seireitei, Ikkaku, alongside Yumichika and Hisagi, activates his Shikai and begins fighting them off, but soon notes that there is no end to them. Yumichika reprimands him for speaking in such a way, asserting that if they got involved, their captain would probably get mad at them for doing something wrong. After Ikkaku wakes up, he is greeted by Ichigo, who reveals he used the ointment in Ikkaku's Zanpakut to heal their wounds. Ikkaku hides the fact he has achieved bankai because his only goal is to surpass his captain, Kenpachi Zaraki. Volume 10, Chapter 85 He'd rather die and fail his missions rather than use Bankai in front of other Gotei members, as shown in his battle against Poww. They weren't afraid of being Captain let alone thinking using their full power would cause that. Yumichika requests spatial freezes for the Shinigami. At least Lisa's got a gigantic pole/pillar in shikai. [19], Soon afterwards, Ikkaku hears the message from Lieutenant Isane Kotetsu about the traitorous actions of 5th Division captain, Ssuke Aizen. Don't try to hype him. [47] He begins a confrontation with one of Baraggan Louisenbairn's Fraccin, Choe Neng Poww. Ikkaku stabs Bambietta, but she merely grabs his face, only for Yumichika to appear and cut her arm off. When Renji asked him if he had Bankai and why he did not use it, Ikkaku, stating he had his reasons, alluded he was chasing someone as well. Bankai is the official final form of a zanpakuto, so a true bankai is just their actual bankai, that is either fully revealed by the . [65] Later, Ikkaku is notified by Rin Tsubokura Ichigo is currently heading to Soul Society. Falling to the ground, an unconscious Ikkaku states Ichigo was too strong.[15]. Hzukimaru As Ikkaku, dodging, asks his attacker who he is, Yukio uses his Fullbring to bring him and Moe into a chat room. Meanwhile, once a singed Ikkaku falls from the sky and slams into the ground, Edrad sends him crashing through the side of a building into the air with a flaming punch as he laughs uproariously at how much stronger he is in his Resurreccin. [34] After Ikkaku tells him this is his Bankai, Rymon Hzukimaru, the two, taking to the sky, continue their fight. it wasn't ikkaku that suggested he'd become captain if he revealed his bankai, you mean seemingly un blockable so far at least in the one situation it was used it had over whelming cuting power, ikkaku never had a limiter on to begin with. [105] Several of his opponents have commented on the strength of his blows. Kenpachi's only qualification was killing the former captain, constantly trying to fight other captains. His bankai is a massive tri-pieced sword which is used solely for attack. When Ichigo asks Ikkaku if his captain is strong, Ikkaku states he will know if he sees him, and he will know his strength if he survives the meeting.[16]. He and Yumichika face off against Luppi, who introduces himself as the 6th Espada. he's not a vice captain. Shinigami [35] As the smoke clears, Ikkaku's Bankai breaks into pieces, and he falls to the ground below, followed by Edrad, who has lost his left arm and the left side of his abdomen. Ikkaku clashes with Edrad for the final time after Rymon Hzukimaru finally reaches its full power. By clicking Accept All, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. [21], Along with Yumichika, Rangiku Matsumoto, Renji Abarai, and Rukia Kuchiki, Ikkaku is part of the advanced force led by Captain Tshir Hitsugaya to defend Karakura Town from the threat of the Arrancar.